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What happens to an element 'Z' if its atom gains 3 electrons?

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asked Nov 4, 2017 in Chemistry by jisu zahaan (28,760 points) ● 28 ● 436 ● 1091

What happens to an element 'Z' if its atom gains 3 electrons?

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answered Nov 4, 2017 by sforrest072 (157,439 points) ● 63 ● 448 ● 1285
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When any atom accept electrons it converts into negative ion/an anion. So, it will change into Z 3− after gaining 3 electrons.

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